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LG03 SWF

2003 Mercedes-benz Clk

Blue Diesel 2685cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires14 May 2026
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

190,141 mi
Last recorded190,141 miles
Recorded on25 Apr 2025
Typical for 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk77,480 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLG03 SWF
MakeMercedes-benz
ModelClk
Year2003
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,685cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 25 Apr 2025 190,141 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 15 May 2024 187,575 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Fail 7 May 2024 187,573 miles

Offside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Pass 19 Oct 2022 181,189 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Oct 2022 181,189 miles

Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edges nearside and offside (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake hose slightly deteriorated nearside and offside (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge nearside and offside close to wear bars (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 6 Sep 2021 172,265 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2020 168,201 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2019 161,301 miles
Fail 12 Aug 2019 161,205 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect reflector inside lamp defective (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp reflector seriously defective no pattern (4.1.1 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (around tank) (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Rear Outer Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Headlamp reflector slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Sep 2018 151,848 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2017 140,746 miles
Pass 12 Sep 2016 126,085 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2015 112,775 miles
Pass 1 Oct 2014 104,500 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 96,689 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 26 Oct 2012 86,000 miles
Fail 25 Oct 2012 86,000 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 22 Feb 2012 81,599 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 25 Feb 2011 76,394 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2010 72,297 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2009 69,504 miles
Pass 23 Feb 2008 65,213 miles

both front tyre has slight wear on outer edges

Pass 13 Mar 2007 60,051 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 42,627 miles

How Reliable is the Mercedes-benz Clk?

Based on 1,410,029 MOT tests across 83,874 vehicles.

74.7%
Pass Rate
4,986
Miles/Year
28
Year Lifespan
83,874
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,319
coil spring broken 19,719
Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint 16,744
Track rod end ball joint has excessive play 14,943
Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick 14,136
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LG03 SWF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk in Blue with a 2,685cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk models, the average MOT pass rate is 74.1% with a typical mileage of 77,480 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Mercedes-benz Clk fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 59,319 recorded failures. If you're considering buying LG03 SWF, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Mercedes-benz Clk typically stays on UK roads for around 28 years. At 23 years old, this Mercedes-benz Clk is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was LG03 SWF registered?

LG03 SWF is a 2003 Mercedes-benz Clk, first registered on 6 March 2003.

Is LG03 SWF safe to buy?

The MOT history for LG03 SWF shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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